Polestar have revealed their first car as standalone electric performance brand. Polestar 1 is one of three models and will aim to set a new benchmark for performance cars. The Polestar 1 is a two-door, 2+2 seat Grand Tourer Coupe and is powered by an ‘Electric Performance Hybrid’ drivetrain. The electric motor is capable of […]
The 2018 Maserati GranTurismo and GranCabrio have gone on sale in the UK. Both were revealed at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show and celebrate 70 years of GranTurismo. The pair are available with Sport and MC trim levels. They also share the same 4.7-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine. The engine was co developed with Ferrari […]
Porsche have launched a new subscription called Porsche Passport. The service allows members use of up to 22 Porsche models. A basic plan called ‘Launch’ costs $2,000 a month and allows the use of eight models including the Boxster, Cayman S, Cayenne and Macan S. The ‘Accelerate’ plan costs $3,000 and allows you access to […]
Mazda will debut two new concept models at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. First is a compact hatchback that features SKYACTIV-X which is the world’s first petrol engine to use compression ignition. The compact hatchback will also have SKYACTIV-Vehicle Architecture which provides next-generation tech. “In August, we announced Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030, our long-term vision for […]
Mini have launched a special edition called the 1499 GT. The car celebrates Mini’s vast heritage and is based on their classic 1275 GT. Mini’s 1499 GT inherits the entertaining drive, styling and low running costs from the original 1969 1275 GT. The Mini 1499 GT comes with 102 hp and does 0-60mph in 10.1 […]
Personal Contract Purchase or PCP as it’s more commonly known is an affordable, easy way to purchase a new car. You put down a deposit, pay monthly and then at the end there’s a balloon payment to make and the car is yours. Mileage is often limited to a pre-agreed figure, you’ll be penalised if […]
We’ve waited a while for the 5008, Europe got it roughly six months ago, but finally our time has come. Peugeot have amassed 200,000 sales of the all new 3008 in roughly a year, hot off its heals the bigger 5008 is set to be a winner. Prices start from £24,495 for the entry level […]
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For a good few years I ran Pirelli PZero Nero tyres on the 207. Using the car for work, and driving ‘spiritedly’ I remember getting through a set in about 4,000 miles. Now, the 207 is a heavy car, and with 150 BHP it likes to scrabble a bit. But when the mechanics at my […]
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Honda have released a teaser image of their Sports EV Concept ahead of its debut at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show. The image shows curvy body shell, coupe-like roof line and 3D rear lights. Honda say the Sports EV Concept will “deliver a feeling of joy and emotional unity to the drive” helped by combining […]
The 2018 Range Rover Sport is being offered as a plug-in hybrid for the first time ever. This follows on after it was announced that all Land Rover and Jaguar cars will be electrified by 2020. Range Rover Sport plug-in hybrid will be called the P400e and is a combination of a 300hp 2.0-litre four-cylinder […]
Audi have release details for the fourth generation A8 which is priced from £69,100. The exterior design isn’t vastly different from the previous generation. Wheel arches are more muscular, grille and headlights sharper and the rear sees a new tail light design. Inside, there’s more space and Audi have deliberately made the design clean. A […]
I’ve used Redex before. Whenever i’ve bought a new car i’ll stick a bottle of Redex in the tank. I’ve also used it in the 207 now and then, maybe only once every few years, nothing regular. But you’re apparently meant to use Redex on every tank fill. Here’s why: Cleans fuel system Reduces emissions […]
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